Corrections News
Corrections news is essential for the correctional facility workforce, providing up-to-date information on developments, policy changes, and emerging trends in the penitentiary system. This directory offers articles that help staff stay current on issues affecting their work environment, inmate management, and facility operations. Regularly engaging with corrections news ensures personnel are prepared for new challenges and opportunities. For additional insights, explore our section on Correctional Design and Operations Management.
BREAKING NEWS
The accused CO surrendered to authorities after an investigation into contraband at the Midlands Evaluation and Development Center juvenile facility
Despite complaints, the Senate voted to expand the secrecy surrounding the state’s lethal injection drug supply
The officer was able to give the boy CPR while a maintenance crew helped free the boy, who was stuck underwater
Staff are describing the string of assaults and disruptions as a “gang war” at the juvenile prison
Security checks, maintenance work and 3 a.m. pill calls are among the reasons the inmates cite for their inability to get a full night’s sleep
The bill would ban the use of drones to help stop contraband issues and lower the age eligibility for COs
It’s unclear which Texas lawmakers will accept — and climb into a box that’ll be heated to upward of 120 degrees
Officials allege 494 strips of an orange wax paper with N8 markings and green 8 markings were confiscated
The aftermath involving 39 inmates caused an estimated $15,000-$20,000 in damage
PRODUCT NEWS
Strategic acquisition adds integrated hardware and cloud subscription platform powered by NIR spectroscopy
The new enhancements integrate AI directly into existing system workflows, positioning intelligence as a core component of daily operations rather than a standalone add-on
Real County deputies are using the technology during transport operations, with the agency saying it could help reduce the risk of a seized weapon being used against an officer
Axon Vision introduced to help recognize activity in live camera feeds while Axon Assistant expands secure, compliant AI to deliver operational data and continuous intelligence in the field
The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office used its traveling training center to reinforce de-escalation tactics and reduce use-of-force incidents
New mission mode provides simpler and more intuitive sampling of hazardous vapors
Midland County Jail officials say outsourcing mail scanning improves safety for staff and inmates while maintaining access to correspondence